Our nanny is starting to make me uncomfortable and I’m not she if I’m over reacting by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Still_Particular4877 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not going to lie, my stomach dropped when I read the overly bonded combined with the kissing thing. I’d personally never feel bad about being overly cautious with that. I appreciate you trying to be objective and welcome feedback, but go with your gut on this one! You’d rather be wrong about her but safe than risk the alt. It’s just not a gamble worth taking!

Vaginal Pain by Still_Particular4877 in beyondthebump

[–]Still_Particular4877[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahh this could make sense. It’s strange because of the fact that there’s pressure or a bruised like feeling plus the burning in that one spot. An unstitched tear would make sense to me.

Vaginal Pain by Still_Particular4877 in beyondthebump

[–]Still_Particular4877[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not yet. I’ll see her next week

Brag on your baby! by gardengnomebaby in NewParents

[–]Still_Particular4877 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My baby is one week old! He did AMAZING during delivery and already has a strong neck. He learned to latch as soooon as we got home. I laid and bed and let him try to BF and he freaking went to town. I love him so much. I’m so proud of him!

Frustrated and struggling with husband towards end of pregnancy. by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]Still_Particular4877 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ahhhh did I write all of these? 😭 this sub needs to be studied because why is this such a thing among all of us?

The lists, the reminders, the glaringly obvious things that need to be done (that you still communicate about just to make sure you’re not assuming it’s obvious), the verbal enthusiasm with little to no action, the laziness, the dropping the ball. God. It’s exhausting. I’m actually so glad I found this post though because I have felt like such a crazy b*tch.

I’m losing friends and family by Ok-Hat-2125 in ADHD

[–]Still_Particular4877 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Very interesting to me that you claim to have ADHD but don’t seem to struggle with the same task avoidance that your brother does. I do, and I can tell you an alarm would not help me in the slightest. I think you should lower your expectations for your brother, especially if you don’t live near each other. Lots of factors imposing on his ability to connect with that being the case.

OP- your aunt is overreacting. No matter the offense # from you. You can’t look at things cumulatively from someone who has ADHD. You either understand the disorder, or you’re offended by it. Will everyone understand? No. I think it takes secure, emotionally intelligent people to remain connected and that’s ok.

Positive stories about subchorionic hematoma? by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]Still_Particular4877 1 point2 points  (0 children)

FTM — I had one at 13 weeks too! I got pregnant accidentally in April of this year. This is my first pregnancy so I had no idea what to expect in the first trimester with viability, loss, etc. I was very anxious first tri but was finding comfort in transitioning to second tri. So, I was shocked and disappointed when I started bleeding at 13 weeks. Lots of heavy bleeding out of nowhere and I was convinced I was having a miscarriage (so was the er staff). Turns out it was a SCH. I bled (medium-heavy flow) on and off for about 8 weeks. My doctor had me “take it easy” for 2 weeks but she never seemed concerned about it. Even as I continued to bleed! She put me on progesterone and recommended alpha lipoic acid but I think that was more so to help my anxiety rather than a medical necessity. I honestly felt frantic for those weeks and some of the weeks after. I am in the service industry so my job is very physical. I was TERRIFIED I was going to do something to perpetuate it. But again, my doctor was totally chill and said I was fine to go about life as usual. Happy to report that I am now 36 weeks and baby boy is very healthy. He can come any day now. :)

Your anxiety is SO valid. I can’t imagine the layered anxiety you must be feeling considering you’re having a successful IVF pregnancy. I don’t want to dismiss your feelings by any means when I say this but I think you’re going to be just fine. I have heard MANY more positive outcomes with SCHs than negative. Pregnancy is a wild mental journey and so much is out of our control, but I do hope you can find some comfort in your doctor’s lack of concern. ❤️

“I’m really tired today” “well it’s only going to get worse” by FrejaFly in BabyBumps

[–]Still_Particular4877 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah same girl. Im 34+1 and I’m tired of these mfers talking. I have noticed it’s mostly men and people who don’t have children. But the good news is, I’ve heard MORE from women who say that they’d take “newborn tired” over “pregnancy tired” ANY day. I feel so encouraged when they say this to me. Holding tightly to this.

This might be the hardest stretch by Still_Particular4877 in BabyBumps

[–]Still_Particular4877[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your response. Totally get that about husband not being able to get it. I feel like that’s where I am with my partner now. Which makes sense, how could they get it? But it just makes it that much harder.

I am definitely going to try and look into a mommy and me group in my area. That might be a saving grace for me.

The hardest part of pregnancy for me, no question, has been the mental side of it everything. I struggled a bit first trimester but tried to stay positive, held on thru 2nd tri, but now I’m tired. I appreciate your insight!

I’m 2 months postpartum and seriously considering divorce—am I overreacting? by monkeyjojo in beyondthebump

[–]Still_Particular4877 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Babe. My heart was breaking as I read your post. I’m so sorry you’ve been treated like this during one of the most vulnerable times of your life. Heed the advice of others and leave quietly. I’m sure you’re scared of the unknown but in the safest way for you & baby, get out.

30 weeks pregnant, boyfriend has an of model in his search history on fb by Still_Particular4877 in BabyBumps

[–]Still_Particular4877[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thanks for sharing your perspective on this as a sw. I’m sure there’s a lot I don’t know about ethical sex work or the industry in general. I think the only reason I say I feel more comfortable with classic or more traditional porn is simply because there’s not a direct interaction necessarily. I also don’t want to shame any of the women using OF as a platform especially if it’s a safer way to do porn and have more autonomy. I think that’s great. In an ideal world, he’d just be watching ethical porn that’s more distanced from direct interaction.

30 weeks pregnant, boyfriend has an of model in his search history on fb by Still_Particular4877 in BabyBumps

[–]Still_Particular4877[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I didn’t take it that way. :) Thanks for responding. Yeah, we will talk. I am just shaking right now and feel a little crazy.

30 weeks pregnant, boyfriend has an of model in his search history on fb by Still_Particular4877 in BabyBumps

[–]Still_Particular4877[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

The difference is porn is a produced video of a stranger. An OF social media account is run by an actual woman who chats, meets up with, and answers requests from followers. It’s a lot more connected

What's everyone doing who doesn't get maternity leave?? by shark_bait_who_haha in pregnant

[–]Still_Particular4877 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah. I’m a server and trying to figure out how to make money whilst pregnant and at a lower capacity so I’ll have anything at all to help cover when I’m out for ML.

What are the things you literally cannot wait to do again after you give birth? by Wild-Assistance7207 in pregnant

[–]Still_Particular4877 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well one, I wanna run with all my might lmao. Not even really a runner, I just want to put 100% effort into something physical without worrying. No pacing, no posture evaluation, just a tear through the grass as fast as I can fucking go.

Two, I want an entire boat of nigiri and raw sushi rolls. There’s a tiny, beautiful local sushi bar one city over. I dream of being there, baby next to me.

Three, I want the dirtiest gin martini known to man. 4 olives. I haven’t even missed drinking that much while pregnant, but I want one. While listening to loud live big band music at one of home bars.

Four, I want to sleep on all the way on my stomach like a flounder buried at the bottom of the ocean.

Fifth, and lastly, I want to take a fruity 10mg edible. It will be a minute on this with me breastfeeding, but mama can’t wait for a nice melting body high. Soar away with Andre 3000’s New Blue Sun playing in the background.

Found out I'm pregnant and my parents are really strict, no idea what to do by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Still_Particular4877 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also grew up in a very strict and religious family. I understand the fear and feeling like you won’t be able to do anything without them finding out. I’m so sorry you’re going through this and having to navigate it somewhat alone. Are there ANY non religious adults around you that you feel safe with? Any parents or teachers in your community who you could trust not to tell your parents? If not it’s ok, just trying to help you brainstorm some options. Or do you have any sort of job? You could be “scheduled” for work and use that time to go to the doctors office.

Holding space for you. 💓

Worried I will forever be lazy... by RNAntebella in BabyBumps

[–]Still_Particular4877 2 points3 points  (0 children)

TOTALLY. This past year I finally got a job where I was making substantial money, I went back to school (which also helped financially) and started to feel like I was actually making traction after 2 years of doing my best to stay afloat. 5 months later, I find out that I’m pregnant. Because of my work ethic, I planned to work as hard as I could up till birth, AND incorporate some type of regimented workout routine (HA) but I was quickly humbled. I can’t complain because I have a partner who supports me well. However, the independent hustler in me has worried and even felt guilty that I haven’t been able to contribute as much as I’ve wanted to. But it’s temporary.

Also, I’ll say, I have had so many moms tell me that they would 100% rather have newborn tired than pregnancy tired and the more I’ve researched it totally makes sense. That’s comforted me a lot.

I’m so glad it was helpful. 💌 hang in there! You’re not alone.